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Our Voice And Yours


Lokvani wishes all its readers a very Happy Diwali!!
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Our Voice And Yours
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In Conversation With Zuby
In Conversation With Zuby


Zuby has since moved over to a career in Real Estate Services and launched a new online restaurant catering company called SpiceDelightCatering.com. In conversation with Zuby, Lokvani is excited to talk about her latest venture with cooking.
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Team Sankalp And Ekal Vidyalaya


Team Sankalp is back for 2020 with the aim to support Ekal Vidyalaya. Along with workshops, team Sankalp will be hosting a Grand Event of the Year. The event will be a virtual concert featuring renowned celebrities from the Bollywood Industry! Visit www.sankalpusa.org .
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Team Sankalp And Ekal Vidyalaya
Indian Americans For Burlington Celebrates Diwali
Indian Americans For Burlington Celebrates Diwali


Indian Americans for Burlington celebrated Diwali with a delightful string of activities, workshops and competitions for 3 days leading to the Grand Virtual Diwali Entertainment Program from Oct.30 - Nov.1. The theme of this year's Diwali was “MAITRI - lighting the path of hope & humanity; equality, equity & inclusion”.
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IIT AGNE General Body Meeting And Election 2020


Roopesh Mathur was elected as President of IIT AGNE, Durriya Doctor as Executive Vice President, Alkesh Shah as Treasurer and Nishant Gandhi (IIT Patna) as Secretary at the General Body Meeting on November 7th.
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IIT AGNE General Body Meeting And Election 2020
Chinmaya Mission Boston Thanksgiving Food Drive
Chinmaya Mission Boston Thanksgiving Food Drive


Several hardworking people have lost jobs and have turned to food banks for help. The best way to get into the holiday spirit is by GIVING. Ensure that a struggling family has a Thanksgiving dinner this holiday season! This is the time to help - Participate in CMB's Thanksgiving Food Drive for Lazarus House.
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Ashland Celebrate Rangoli/Diwali


by K G Narayana
Festival of Lights event, sponsored by the Town of Ashland and organized by the Ashland Indians was held on Nov. 8th at the Corner Spot in downtown, which was decorated with rangoli and colorful decorations.
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Ashland Celebrate Rangoli/Diwali
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Massachusetts Celebrates Diwali 2020
Massachusetts Celebrates Diwali 2020


You are cordially invited to join us to light a lamp in a virtual celebration of the Festival of Lights on Friday, November 13th at 5:30 pm. Confirmed attendees include Honorable Consul General of India, NY; Honorable Ambassador of Nepal, Senate President Karen Spilka, Senator William Brownberger, Senator Jamie Eldridge and Representative Carolyn Dykema.
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KHMC - Priyasha Chaturvedi, Pranav Ghatraju, Mahima Shyamala Vinay And KVS Vinay


by Jeyanthi Ghatraju
On November 15, 2020 listen to two fabulous concerts by Priyasha Chaturvedi, Pranav Ghatraju, Mahima Shyamala Vinay and KVS Vinay.
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KHMC - Priyasha Chaturvedi, Pranav Ghatraju, Mahima Shyamala Vinay And KVS Vinay
NESSP: Upcoming Events
NESSP: Upcoming Events


Happy Diwali, Mahanyasa Purvaka Rudrabhishekam, Chhath Pooja, Tulasi Damodara Vivah & Sri Satyanarayana Vrat Katha at NESSP.
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SATSANG Center To Celebrate Diwali Holidays


by Sudhir Parikh
Satsang Center will celebrate Diwali holidays from November 13th - 16th.
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SATSANG Center To Celebrate Diwali Holidays
SAPNE: Awakening
SAPNE: Awakening


by Bijoy Misra
South Asian Poets of New England (SAPNE) will hold their next meeting on November 15th. The theme of the meeting is 'Awakening'. Original compositions in any language is welcome.
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Akshaya Patra Gratitude Gala


The Akshaya Patra Foundation celebrates its 20th Anniversary by holding its Gratitude Gala on Saturday, November 21st, 6:45 PM EST, to raise funds for feeding migrant families and school children in India.
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Akshaya Patra Gratitude Gala
Chinmaya Mission Boston: Virtual Diwali Gala And Fundraiser
Chinmaya Mission Boston: Virtual Diwali Gala And Fundraiser


Chinmaya Mission Boston is extremely happy to host its annual Diwali celebration online this year on Nov. 22nd with Swami Sarveshanandaji, Padma Shri Smt. Sudha Murty and Mrs. Anuradha Palakurthi.
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Pia Dandiya Has Been Appointed The White House Fellow


For the year 2020-21, Pia Dandiya has been appointed the White House Fellow among 14 others. She has been placed at the United States Department of Education.
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Pia Dandiya Has Been Appointed The White House Fellow
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Saheli Advisory Committee Welcomes Manju Sheth And Ramila Thakkar
Saheli Advisory Committee Welcomes Manju Sheth And Ramila Thakkar


by Neelam Wali
Saheli is delighted to welcome Manju Sheth as Chair of the Saheli Advisory Committee and Ramila Thakkar as Vice Chair.
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Ramesh Kapur On USA Presidential Election And Impending Biden Presidency


An interview by Mr.Ramesh Kapur of Medford, MA and President - US India Security Council, on USA Presidential Election and Impending Biden Presidency.
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Ramesh Kapur On USA Presidential Election And Impending Biden Presidency
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For Hindus, Christmas Begins With Diwali
For Hindus, Christmas Begins With Diwali


by Dr. Kumar Mahabir
For Hindus, Christmas begins with Diwali - the annual Festival of Lights - which usually falls in November. As followers of an eclectic faith, Hindus celebrate Diwali as well as Christmas.
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Laugh A While - Jokes


I bought a dog from a blacksmith in the village at the weekend. When I got it home it made a bolt for the door.
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Laugh A While - Jokes
Recipes For Diwali
Recipes For Diwali


Zuby, featured in our conversation in this issue shares Besan Burfi!
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Picture Of The Fortnight


Oh to live in a tree house!
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Picture Of The Fortnight
Thought For The Day
Thought For The Day


To bear defeat with dignity, to accept criticism with poise, to receive honors with humility - these are marks of maturity and graciousness. - William Arthur Ward.
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